Immigration Issue Focus of Constitution Week Activities

September 7, 2010

OGDEN, Utah – The controversial Arizona immigration law and the constitutional amendment that may challenge it, will be among the topics discussed at Weber State University as part of a weeklong celebration commemorating the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution.

“Everyone in America knows about the Fourth of July, but the Declaration of Independence is actually secondary in importance when compared to the Constitution,” said Leah Murray, assistant professor of political science. “The Constitution is the document that actually governs us, so it makes sense to celebrate it.”

The week of presentations will culminate with a panel discussion on “The Constitutionality of the Arizona Immigration Law,” at 11:30 a.m., Sept. 17, in the Shepherd Union Ballroom C. The discussion will feature Lane Beattie, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, and state Rep. Stephen Sandstrom (R-Orem).